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On My Shoulders

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General Information

Summary Paragraph

The curriculum is a strengths-based, experiential curriculum designed to give to fathers from a variety of backgrounds effective tools for being strong, effective fathers. This curriculum is not a parenting class but IS an experiential learning process that emphasizes relationships skills, builds self-awareness, addresses emotions, promotes mindful choices, and encourages participants to value themselves as fathers and as men in the world. The curriculum focuses on core relationship values, such as commitment, respect, and healthy attachment.

Curriculum Purpose

The curriculum aims to equip men for relationships. The curriculum aims to help fathers acquire skills that help to create safety in relationships, reflect on transitions in life, take responsibility as a father, and promote an attitude of gratitude.

Technical Assistance

Evaluation Tools

Customer Satisfaction Survey Available

Yes

Pre/Post Tests Available

Yes

Additional Cost

No

Test Grading Options

No

Facilitator Requirements

Facilitator Qualifications

Instructors must be passionate about fatherhood, supportive, and understanding of the struggles, strengths, and issues for fathers in the particular community and context in which the curriculum is delivered. Instructors should have excellent skills in managing group discussion dynamics and an ability to deal with challenging or monopolizing group members.

Additional Teaching Requirements

Not Specified

Technology Requirements

There are PowerPoint slides which can be shown on a computer, projector, or TV/DVD player. There is also an audio activity that can be played on a laptop, CD player, or iPod.

Instructional Approach

The instructor should manage activities and present the lessons in their own words. The goal for the instructor is to focus on the activities and experiences of the group and have a brief 20-30 minute teaching part.